Cisco IW3702 Access Point Getting Started Guide

This guide documents the hardware features of the Cisco IW3702 access point. It describes the physical and performance characteristics of each access point, and explains how to install and configure an access point.

This publication is for the network technicians who install and configure access points. You must be familiar with network structures, terms, and concepts.

The Cisco IW3702 access point is referred to as access point in this document.

Overview

This document describes the Cisco IW3702 access point. The access point is an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant, dual-band WiFi access point with external antennas.

The access point is IP67 rated, ruggedized, and certified for on-board rail and outdoor use-cases such as train and trackside, mining, intelligent transportation systems, and smart city applications. You can mount the access point on a DIN rail in an industrial enclosure. Its components are designed to withstand extremes in temperature, vibration, and shock common in industrial environments.

Access point with four antenna connectors: 2 on the top and 2 on the bottom.

IW3702-4E-x-K9

Access point with four antenna connectors on top side.

Cisco IW3700 Series Universal Access Points

IW3702-2E-UXK9

Access point with four antenna connectors: 2 on the top and 2 on the bottom.

IW3702-4E-UXK9

Access point with four antenna connectors on top side.

1 Regulatory Domains: (x=regulatory domains)Domain codes available for the IW3700 Series are x=A, B, D, E, F, M, R, Q, S, and Z. Other regulatory domains are supported by the universal access points. Customers are responsible for verifying approval for use in their individual countries. To verify approval and to identify the regulatory domain that corresponds to a particular country, visit https:/​/​www.cisco.com/​go/​aironet/​compliance.

Bottom and Top Panel Views

Figure 1. Cisco IW3702-2E-UXK9/IW3702-2E-x-K9 Bottom Panel View

1

Status LED

6

Power (PWR) connector

2

Antenna port B

7

Console (CON) port

3

PoE OUT port

8

Antenna port A

4

PoE IN port

9

Ground connection

5

Protective vent port / Reset button (covered)

Note

There are four antenna ports on the Cisco IW3702-2E-UXK9/IW3702-2E-x-K9 model: two on the top and two on the bottom.

Figure 2. Cisco IW3702-2E-UXK9/IW3702-2E-x-K9 Top Panel View

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Antenna port C

3

Antenna port A

2

Antenna port D

4

Antenna port B

Note

There are four antenna ports on the Cisco IW3702-4E-UXK9/IW3702-4E-x-K9 model: all four connectors are on the top side.

Figure 3. Cisco IW3702-4E-UXK9/IW3702-4E-x-K9 Bottom Panel View

1

Status LED

5

Power (PWR) connector

2

PoE OUT port

6

Console (CON) port

3

PoE IN port

7

Ground connection

4

Protective vent port / Reset button (covered)

Figure 4. Cisco IW3702-4E-UXK9/IW3702-4E-x-K9 Top Panel View

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Antenna port C

3

Antenna port B

2

Antenna port A

4

Antenna port D

Bottom Panel Components

This section describes the bottom panel components.

Status LED

The Status LEDs provide information on access point status, activity, and performance. The following table describes status LED states.

Table 2 Status LED

Message Type

LED Color

System State

Boot loader status

Blinking pink

DRAM memory test in progress.

DRAM memory test OK.

Board initialization in progress.

Initializing flash file system.

Flash memory test OK.

Initializing Ethernet.

Ethernet OK.

Starting Cisco IOS.

Initialization successful.

Client association status

Green

Normal operating condition but no wireless client association.

Blue

Normal operating condition with at least one wireless client association.

PWR Connectors

Power can be supplied via DC input (PWR connector) or PoE inline (PoE IN port), but not both.

We recommend that you not use two power options concurrently, but no harm results if both are present.

If using both power inputs, DC input (PWR connector) power takes precedence and PoE inline power is not used.

Power supply redundancy is not supported.

The access point requires a DC power supply. To power the access point with a DC power supply, you connect the DC power to the PWR connector on the bottom panel. The DC input voltage range is +12 to +48 VDC (-20%, +25%).

PoE OUT Port

Note

The PoE OUT port is only supported when the access point is powered over the PWR port. When powered over the PoE IN port, PoE OUT functionality is not supported.

The PoE OUT port is a 10/100/1000 BASE-T port with an M12 X-code connector. The PoE OUT port supplies PoE inline DC power to power external devices. The PoE OUT port pin-out conforms to Alternative A-MDIX mode.

Note

PoE inline power supports IEEE 802.3af compliant devices and delivers up to 15.4 W of PoE.

Protective Vent Port

The protective vent port relieves pressure inside the access point chassis possibly caused by changing temperatures in the installation environment. The vent prevents pressure from building up and damaging enclosure seals and potentially exposing sensitive components to water. The vent also protects the access point interior from dust, dirt, water, and other environmental elements.

Note

If the vent is removed or damaged, the access point is subject to moisture damage.

Reset Button

You use the reset button for configuration or image recovery. The reset button is under the protective vent port. To access the reset button:

Use a 5/8" socket to remove the protective vent.

Disconnect power (the power jack for external power or the Ethernet cable for in-line power) from the access point.

Press and hold the RESET button while you reconnect power to the access point.

Press the reset button.

Hold the RESET button until the Status LED turns blinking blue (usually, pushed for 30 seconds) to reset the access point to its factory settings.

Hold the RESET button until the Status LED turns solid Red (usually, pushed for 50 seconds) to do image recovery.

Replace the protective vent using 5/8" socket.

Torque the protective vent to 5-7 inch-lbs.

Console Port

You can connect the access point to a PC or laptop through the RJ45 CON port. The RJ45 CON port uses the Cisco console port RJ45-to-DB9 cable (Cisco PN 72-3383-01).

A cable port seal covers the CON port. This liquid-tight plug protects the access point from environmental elements. Ensure that the plug is installed during normal operation or when unit is unattended. You can remove and install the port plug with a 1/2" (13 mm) socket. Torque it to 6-7 ft-lbs

Ground Stud

The ground stud is the access point ground. You use screws to attach the wired grounding lug to the ground stud. Connect the other end of the ground wire to an earth ground such as a grounding rod or appropriate ground point on a grounded pole.

Top Panel Components

This section describes the top panel components.

Antenna Port

The antenna connector is a type N female coaxial connector.

Hard Points

The hard points are alternate mounting or attachment points for additional equipment such as directional antennas or covers.

Note

Do not attach third-party radios using these hard points.

Figure 5. Cisco IW3702 Series Access Point Hard Points

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Hard points 1/4-20UNC-2B, .45" deep

Management Options

You can manage the access point using the following options:

Web browser Interface—Contains management pages to change the wireless device settings, upgrade firmware, and monitor and configure other wireless devices on the network.

Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI)—Configures the access point. You can access the CLI by directly connecting a PC to the console port, or you can access the CLI using a Telnet session from a remote management station.

Installation

You can install the access point on a wall, ceiling or pole, in a cabinet or rack, under a seat, or in a plenum airspace. You can direct mount, DIN rail mount, or attach the access point on a pole mounting bracket.

The fasteners you use to mount an access point on a ceiling must be capable of maintaining a minimum pullout force of 20 lbs (9 kg) and must use all 4 indented holes on the mounting bracket.

Note

The access point is suitable for use in environmental air space in accordance with section 300.22.C of the National Electrical Code and sections 2-128, 12-010(3), and 12-100 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, C22.1. You should not install the power supply or power injector in air handling spaces.

Note

Use only with listed ITE equipment.

EMC Environmental Conditions for Products Installed in the European Union

This section applies to products installed in the European Union. The equipment is intended to operate under the following environmental conditions with respect to EMC:

Site Surveys

Every network application is a unique installation. Before installing an access point, perform a site survey to determine the optimum use of networking components and maximize range, coverage, and network performance.

Consider the following operating and environmental conditions when performing a site survey:

Data rates—Sensitivity and range are inversely proportional to data bit rates. The maximum radio range is achieved at the lowest workable data rate. A decrease in receiver sensitivity occurs as the radio data increases.

Antenna type and placement—Proper antenna configuration is a critical factor in maximizing radio range. As a general rule, range increases in proportion to antenna height. However, do not place the antenna higher than necessary, because extra height increases potential interference from other unlicensed radio systems and decreases the wireless coverage from the ground.

Physical environment—Clear or open areas provide better radio range than closed or filled areas.

Obstructions—Physical obstructions such as buildings, trees, or hills can hinder performance of wireless devices. Avoid locating the devices in a location where an obstruction exists between the sending and receiving antennas.

The grounding kit also includes the oxide inhibitor, which is contained in a tube.

To ground the access point:

Procedure

Step 1

Use a crimping tool to crimp a 6-AWG ground wire (not included in the grounding kit) to the ground lug.

Step 2

Connect the supplied ground lug to the access point ground connection point using the supplied screws. Apply supplied oxide inhibitor between the ground lug and the access point ground connection.

Step 3

Tighten the screws to 20-25 inch-lbs of torque.

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Ground connection

Step 4

If necessary, strip the other end of the ground wire and connect it to a reliable earth ground such as a grounding rod or appropriate ground point on a grounded pole. Length of the ground cable should not exceed 1 meter, and 0.5 meter is preferred. Use supplied oxide inhibitor on the grounded interface.

Connecting to the PoE IN or PoE OUT Port

Procedure

Step 1

Use shielded cables with a M12 X-Code plug to connect to the PoE IN or PoE OUT ports.

Note

Ethernet cables must have an internal shield around the signal wires. There must be a contiguous ground between the connector shell that interfaces with the IW3702 and the connector shell on the far end of the cable. Maximum cable length should not exceed 100 meters.

Step 2

Connect the PoE IN cable to the PoE IN port, or the PoE OUT cable to the PoE OUT port by turning the cable clockwise, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 8. Connecting to the PoE IN or PoE OUT Ports

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PoE OUT cable

2

PoE IN cable

Note

When powered over the PoE IN port, PoE OUT functionality is not supported.

Antennas and RF Accessories

This section describes antennas, RF Accessories, and their configuration for the access point.

Cisco recommends using a coax seal (such as CoaxSeal) for outdoor connections, to prevent moisture and other weathering elements from affecting performance. For more information on using coax seal on the N connector to cable or antenna interface, see the instructions on your antenna documents.

Do not use this configuration with the IW3702-4E-UXK9 or IW3702-4E-x-K9 model. For the -4E models, all four antenna ports are on one side, and would be too close to each other for optimal MIMO IEEE 802.11ac operation if attached antennas directly to all 4 ports.

Indoor Only Dual-Band Omnidirectional Articulating Joint Antenna and Access Point

4 x Cisco Aironet dual-band AIR-ANT2524DW-R omnidirectional articulating joint indoor antennas connected to access point with adapters in between. This configuration is for indoor applications where swivel mount is desirable to control dipole antenna tilt/polarization.

Access Point

IW3702-2E-UXK9 or IW3702-2E-x-K9

Note

Do not use this configuration with the IW3702-4E-UXK9 or IW3702-4E-x-K9 model. For the -4E models, all four antenna ports are on one side, and would be too close to each other for optimal MIMO IEEE 802.11ac operation with all antennas directly connected.

Access point can be located outdoors, indoors, or located in an enclosure.

Extension cables may be needed depending on distance between antennas and the access point.

Access Point

IW3702-2E-x-K9, IW3702-4E-x-K9, IW3702-2E-UXK9 or IW3702-4E-UXK9

Adapter and/or Lightning Arrestor

4 x DC pass, N(m)-N(f) lightning arrestors. Cisco PID CGR-LA-NM-NF.

Adapters:

2 x AIR-ACC370-NF-NF per antenna, if using extension cables.

Description:

In addition to lightning arrestors, select from these cables and adapters:

No cables or adapters requried if 30” integrated antenna cables are of sufficient length for your intended deployment. Each of the AIR-ANT2413P2M-N and AIR-ANT5114P2M-N antennas have 2 x 30” integrated cables with N(m) connectors, which can be connected directly to the IW3702 antenna port N(f) connectors.

If longer cable lengths are needed for deployment, choose an appropriate number of AIR-ACC370-NF-NF adapters and cables below.

Note

N(f) to N(f) adapter is needed to connect the N(m) port of the antenna with the N(m) port of the extension cables.

For example, if AIR-ANT2413P2M-N needs to be extended by 5ft, and AIR-ANT5114P2M-N needs to be extended by 20ft, then choose:

Management Options

Using the Command Line Interface

Use either of the following methods to access the CLI:

Telnet—This protocol allows TCP/IP connections to a host. Telnet allows a user at one site to establish a TCP connection to a login server at another site, and then pass the keystrokes from one device to the other. Telnet can accept either an IP address or domain name as the remote device address.

Using the Web Browser Interface

The web browser interface contains management pages you can use to change the wireless device settings, upgrade firmware, and monitor and configure other wireless devices on the network.

You use the wireless device IP address of the access point to access the web browser interface. Prior to using the web browser interface for the first time, you must assign an IP address to the access point (see Configuring the Access Point).

To use the web browser interface:

Procedure

Step 1

Open your browser and enter the IP address of the access point in the address field.

The login screen appears.

Step 2

Enter the user name Cisco and password Cisco.

The username and password are case-sensitive.

Note

We recommend that you change your user name and password after first-time log in.

Step 3

Use the system management pages to define the access point configuration settings.

Configuring the Access Point

Note

Refer to Installation Guidelines for details on registering your access point with the Wireless Internet Service Providers Association (WISPA) database.

Obtaining an IP Address

Your access point requires an IP address to operate. The access point is not shipped with a default IP address. It obtains an IP address from the DHCP server in your network when you make the connection. If your network does not have a DHCP server, the access point continues to request an IP address until you assign it one. You must configure the IP address by opening the CLI from a terminal session established through the console port on the access point.

You must know the IP address assigned to the access before you can use the browser-based management GUI. If your access point obtained its IP address the network DHCP server, you or your network administrator can obtain it by querying the DHCP server using the MAC address of the access point.

Use the system management pages to define configuration settings. A navigation bar appears on the left side of the page; the configuration action buttons appear at the bottom. Use the navigation bar to access the various management pages. Use the configuration action buttons to save or cancel setting changes.

The Controller Discovery Process

The access point uses standard Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points Protocol (CAPWAP) to communicate between the controller and other wireless access points on the network. CAPWAP is a standard, interoperable protocol that allows an access controller to manage a collection of wireless termination points. The discovery process using CAPWAP is identical to the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) used with Cisco IW3702 access points. LWAPP-enabled access points are compatible with CAPWAP, and conversion to a CAPWAP controller is seamless. Deployments can combine CAPWAP and LWAPP software on the controllers.

The functionality provided by the controller does not change, except for customers who have Layer 2 deployments, which CAPWAP does not support.

In a CAPWAP environment, the wireless access point discovers a controller by using CAPWAP discovery mechanisms and then sends it a CAPWAP join request. The controller sends the access point a CAPWAP join response to allow the access point to join the controller. When the access point joins the controller, the controller manages its configuration, firmware, control transactions, and data transactions.

You cannot edit or query any access point using the controller CLI if the name of the access point contains a space.

Ensure that the controller is set to the current time. If the controller is set to a time that has already occurred, the access point might not join the controller because its certificate may not yet be valid.

Access points must be discovered by a controller before they can become active in the network. The access point supports these controller discovery processes:

Layer 3 CAPWAP discovery—Can occur on different subnets than the access point and uses IP addresses and UDP packets rather than MAC addresses used by Layer 2 discovery.

Locally stored controller IP address discovery—If the access point was previously joined to a controller, the IP addresses of the primary, secondary, and tertiary controllers are stored in the access point’s non-volatile memory. This process of storing controller IP addresses on an access point for later deployment is called priming the access point . See Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration.

DNS discovery—The access point can discover controllers through your domain name server (DNS). To use this discovery method, you must configure the DNS to return controller IP addresses in response to CISCO-CAPWAP-CONTROLLER.localdomain, where localdomain is the access point domain name. Configuring the CISCO-CAPWAP-CONTROLLER provides backward compatibility in an existing deployment. When an access point receives the IP address and DNS information from a DHCP server, it contacts the DNS to resolve CISCO-CAPWAP-CONTROLLER.localdomain. When the DNS sends a list of controller IP addresses, the access point sends discovery requests to the controllers.

Performing a Pre-Installation Configuration

The following procedures ensure a successful access point installation and initial operational setup. Pre-installation configuration – priming the access point – is optional.

Note

If your network controller already properly configured, you can skip priming and simply install your access point in its final location and connect it to the network. See Deploying in a Wireless Network.

The following figure shows the pre-installation configuration setup.

Figure 9. Pre-Installation Configuration Setup

To prime the access point:

Procedure

Step 1

Ensure that the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Management DS Port is connected to the network. Use the CLI, browser-based interface, or Cisco WCS procedures described in the appropriate Cisco Wireless LAN Controller guide to perform the following:

Ensure that the access points have Layer 3 connectivity to the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Management and AP-Manager Interface.

Configure the switch to which your access point is to attach. See the appropriate Cisco Wireless LAN Controller guide.

Set the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller as the master so that new access points always join with it.

Ensure that DHCP is enabled on the network.

Note

The access point must receive its IP address through DHCP.

Ensure that no CAPWAP UDP ports are blocked in the network.

Use a DHCP, DNS, or IP subnet broadcast to ensure that the access point finds the IP address of the controller.

This guide describes the DHCP method to convey the controller IP address. For other methods, refer to product documentation. See also Using DHCP Option 43.

Step 2

Apply power to the access point:

The access point is IEEE 802.3at (30 W) compliant and can be powered by a third-party DC power supply that you provide. The Cisco power injector option is AIR-PWRINJ1500-2=.

Note

The access point downgrades to 3x3 when connected to a 15.4W power supply. For maximum operating efficiency, use an IEEE 802.3at compliant PoE switch or AIR-PWRINJ1500-2= power injector.

After a successful connection, the access point compares operating system code versions with the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller. If versions differ, it downloads the newest version. The Status LED blinks dark blue during this process. On a successful download, the access point reboots.

With DHCP Option 43, use the IP address of the controller management interface.

Notes:

DHCP Option 43 is limited to one access point type per DHCP pool. You must configure a separate DHCP pool for each access point type.

DHCP servers must be programmed to return the option based on the DHCP Vendor Class Identifier (VCI) string of the access point (DHCP Option 60). The VCI string for the access point is:

Cisco AP iw370s

If you ordered an access point with the Service Provider Option (AIR-OPT60-DHCP) selected in the ordering tool, the VCI string for the access point contains -ServiceProvider. For example, an access point with this option returns this VCI string:

Deploying in a Wireless Network

On successful power-up, the discovery and join process begins. During this process, the Status LED blinks green-red-off.

On a successful join, the Status LED is green when no clients are associated, or blue when one or more clients are associated.

Note

If the Status LED is not on, the access point may not have power.

If the Status LED blinks green-red-off longer than 5 minutes, it cannot find its primary, secondary, and tertiary Cisco Wireless LAN Controller. Check the connection, and ensure that both are on the same subnet or that the access point has a return route to its primary, secondary, and tertiary Cisco Wireless LAN Controller.

Make sure that you use 4-pair cables which support 1000 Mbps. This feature cannot work properly with 2-pair cables which support 100 Mbps.

For the speed and duplex settings on the Ethernet port of the access point , it is recommended that you configure auto for both, which is the default setting.

In daisy chain topology, each IW3702 can be powered either by DC input (through PWR connector) or POE inline (through POE IN port), but not both. To avoid inadvertently powering by dual sources, when connecting IW3702 to a device capable of PoE power sourcing (PSE, including another IW3702), see the following requirements:

Connection between two IW3702 access points:

POE-IN to POE-IN connection

POE-OUT to POE-OUT connection

Connection between other PSE (POE source) and IW3702:

Connect PSE to the POE-OUT port of IW3702

Connect non-PSE device to the POE-IN port of IW3702

Daisy Chain Connection Topologies

You can use the following connections for daisy chain topology:

Both IW3702-1 and IW3702-2 are powered by DC power source, with POE-IN to POE-IN connection between IW3702s.

Both IW3702-1 and IW3702-2 are powered by DC power source, with POE-OUT to POE-OUT connection between IW3702s.

IW3702-1 is powered by DC power source, and IW3702-2 has no DC input. IW3702-2 can be powered on only when the POE-OUT port of IW3702-1 connects to the POE-IN port of IW3702.

Configuring Indoor Support for Q Domain Models

Both indoor and outdoor use are supported for IW3702 Q domain models, for unified mode and autonomous mode. By default, outdoor mode is enable, and channel 36-64 are disabled. After enabling indoor support on the access point, channel 36-64 will be open for indoor use.

Note

After factory reset, the indoor mode will be changed back to default outdoor mode.

Enabling Indoor Support for Unified Mode AP

In WLC, use the following command to configure IW3702 in unified mode for indoor support:

Use the following command to display the current status of indoor support:

show dot11 indoor

Configuring Heaters

There are two heaters for each IW3702 access point. By default, they are enabled and will start to work when the environment tempreature is under -20°C. If you determine that the environment tempreature where the IW3702 is deployed will never be under -20°C, you can turn off the heaters, which allows the IW3702 to request less power from the switch when the IW3702 is powered by PoE+.

Note

You must be cautious to turn off the heaters. If the temperature is under -20°C while the heaters are turned off, IW3702 will not work properly, which might cause damage to the AP.

5 Refer to Table 14 on page 40 for the restrictions on the temperature limits.

6 When you use a thicker cable, the maximum length can be increased. When the unit is installed in the environment where the temperature is always higher than -20°C, the maximum length can be double of the value in the table for DC inputs. Furthermore, if the GE-POE-OUT port is not used as POE-PSE (power source), the maximum length can be increased by 10 feet.

Mechanical Specifications

Table 24 Mechanical Specifications for the Access Point

Description

Specification

Enclosure type

IP67 Type 4X

Dimensions (h x w x d)

IW3702-2E-UXK9: 2.34 x 11.30 x 8.00 in. (5.94 x 28.7 x 20.32 cm)

IW3702-4E-UXK9: 2.34 x 11.30 x 8.00 in. (5.94 x 28.7 x 20.32 cm)

Weight

6.7 lbs. (3.0 kg)

Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information

For information about the international regulatory compliance and safety information for the Cisco IW3702 access point, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco IW3702 Access Point on Cisco.com.

Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure

This section contains information on compliance with guidelines related to RF exposure.

Generic Discussion on RF Exposure

The Cisco products are designed to comply with the following national and international standards on human exposure to radio frequencies:

Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits on Human exposure to radio frequency fields in the range from 3kHz to 300 GHz

Australia Radiation Protection Standard

To ensure compliance with various national and international Electromagnetic Field (EMF) standards, the system should only be operated with Cisco approved antennas and accessories.

Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure (ANSI)

United States

This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for humans in reference to ANSI C 95.1 (American National Standards Institute) limits. The evaluation was based on ANSI C 95.1 and FCC OET Bulletin 65C rev 01.01. The minimum separation distance from the antenna to general bystanders is 9 inches (23 cm) to maintain compliance.

Canada

This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for humans in reference to ANSI C 95.1 (American National Standards Institute) limits. The evaluation was based on RSS-102 Rev 2. The minimum separation distance from the antenna to general bystanders is 9 inches (23cm) to maintain compliance.

This Device Meets International Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves (ICNIRP)

The Cisco IW3702 access point includes a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) recommended by international guidelines. The guidelines were developed by an independent scientific organization (ICNIRP) and include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. As such, the systems are designed to be operated to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user.

It is recommended to place the system in a location where the antennas can remain the minimum distance from the user specified in the regulatory guidelines, which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator.

Separation Distance

MPE

Distance

Limit

0.63 mW/cm2

7.87 in. (20 cm)

1.00 mW/cm2

The World Health Organization has stated that present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of wireless devices. They recommend that if you are interested in further reducing your exposure, you can easily orient antennas away from users or place the antennas at a greater separation distance than recommended.

This Device Meets FCC Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves

The Cisco IW3702 access point includes a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in FCC Part 1.1310. The guidelines are based on IEEE ANSI C 95.1 (92) and include a substantial safety margin designed to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. As such, the systems are designed to be operated to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. We recommend that you place the system in a location where antennas remain a minimum distance from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines, which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator.

The device has been tested and found compliant with the applicable regulations as part of the radio certification process.

Separation Distance

MPE

Distance

Limit

0.63 mW/cm2

20 cm (7.87 inches)

1.00 mW/cm2

The US Food and Drug Administration has stated that present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of wireless devices. The FCC recommends that if you are interested in further reducing your exposure, you can easily orient antennas away from the user or place the antennas at a greater separation distance than recommended, or lower the transmitter power output.

This Device Meets the Industry Canada Guidelines for Exposure to Radio Waves

The Cisco IW3702 access point includes a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency electromagnetic fields) as referenced in Health Canada Safety Code 6. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed into the limit to ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. As such, the systems are designed to be operated to avoid contact with the antennas by the end user. We recommend that you place the system in a location where antennas remain a minimum distance from the user in accordance to the regulatory guidelines, which are designed to reduce the overall exposure of the user or operator.

Separation Distance

MPE

Distance

Limit

0.63 mW/cm2

20 cm (7.87 inches)

1.00 mW/cm2

Health Canada states that present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of wireless devices. They recommend that if you are interested in further reducing your exposure, you can easily orient antennas away from the user or place the antennas at a greater separation distance than recommended, or lower the transmitter power output.

Additional Information on RF Exposure

You can find additional information on the subject at the following links:

Guidelines for Operating Cisco IW3702 Access Points in Japan

This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco IW3702 access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English.

Japanese

English

This equipment operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile object identification (RF-ID) systems (licensed premises radio stations and unlicensed specified low-power radio stations) used in factory production lines.

Before using this equipment, ensure that no premises radio stations or specified low-power radio stations of RF-ID are in the vicinity.

If this equipment causes RF interference to a premises radio station of RF-ID, promptly change the frequency or stop using the device; call the number below and ask for recommendations on avoiding radio interference such as setting partitions.

If this equipment causes RF interference to a specified low-power radio station of RF-ID, call the number below. Contact Number: 03-6434-6500

Administrative Rules for Cisco IW3702 Access Points in Taiwan

This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco IW3702 access points in Taiwan. The rules for all access points are provided in both Chinese and English.

Chinese Translation Part 1

English Translation Part 1

Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices

Article 12: For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions.

Article 14: The operation of the low-power radio-frequency devices is subject to the conditions that no harmful interference is caused to aviation safety and authorized radio station; and if interference is caused, the user must stop operating the device immediately and can't re-operate it until the harmful interference is clear.

The authorized radio station means a radio-communication service operating in accordance with the Communication Act.

The operation of the low-power radio-frequency devices is subject to the interference caused by the operation of an authorized radio station, by another intentional or unintentional radiator, by industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) equipment, or by an incidental radiator.

Chinese Translation Part 2

English Translation Part 2

Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Technical Specifications:

4.7

Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure

4.7.5

Within the 5.25-5.35 GHz band, U-NII devices will be restricted to indoor operations to reduce any potential for harmful interference to co-channel MSS operations.

4.7.6

The U-NII devices shall accept any interference from legal communications and shall not interfere the legal communications. If interference is caused, the user must stop operating the device immediately and can't re-operate it until the harmful interference is clear.

4.7.7

Manufacturers of U-NII devices are responsible for ensuring frequency stability such that an emission is maintained within the band of operation under all conditions of normal operation as specified in the user manual.

English Translation

This equipment operates on a secondary basis and consequently must accept harmful interference, including interference from stations of the same kind. This equipment may not cause harmful interference to systems operating on a primary basis.

Declaration of Conformity Statements

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